OAT Articles & Guides
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How Hard Is the OAT? Difficulty, Sections, and Prep Reality
See how hard the OAT really is, what makes each section challenging, and how to prepare with a realistic timeline based on current official OAT policies.
How to Study for the OAT (2026): Step-by-Step Plan
Learn how to study for the OAT with a practical 2026 strategy: timeline options, weekly structure, resource selection, and official policy checkpoints.
OAT Scoring (2026): Scale, Academic Average, and What Counts
Understand OAT scoring in 2026: 200-400 scale, how Academic Average works, score release timing, retake reporting rules, and what schools usually consider competitive.
OAT Study Schedule (2026): 12-Week, 8-Week, and 4-Week Plans
Build a realistic OAT study schedule with detailed 12-week, 8-week, and 4-week plans, weekly templates, and official OAT timing/policy checkpoints for 2026.